Canada’s Loveliest Wedding Venues For 2016

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Your wedding venue truly sets the tone for your entire celebration. While an upscale hotel in the city might suggest modern sophistication, a rustic barn surrounded by trees in the country evokes a sense of quaint, rustic simplicity.

Whatever sort of space you choose, you’ll want your venue to speak to your own unique wedding style. From enchanted garden retreats to romantic lakeside havens, there’s no shortage of dreamy wedding venues in Canada. Check out our top picks for 2016, and you just might find your perfect spot.

<strong>DOLPHINS RESORT</strong><br />
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<strong>Where:</strong> Campbell River, British Columbia<br />
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<strong>What:</strong> An oceanfront property surrounded by cozy cabins, lush gardens and a private beach.<br />
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<strong>Capacity:</strong> Up to 110<br />
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<strong>Why We Love It:</strong> There’s a reason celebs such as Robert Duval, Jane Fonda and the late John Candy frequented the Dolphins Resort –- not only does it offer a pristine view of the Pacific, but it’s also home to some of the best fishing, whale watching, bird watching on Vancouver Island. Dolphins Resort also boasts a private beach for wedding ceremonies and the Discovery Lodge, which is a modern-rustic cabin with floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing a flawless view of the water. <br />
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<strong>Website:</strong> <a href="http://www.dolphinsresort.com/" target="_blank"> dolphinsresort.com</a><br />
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<i>Text by Roseanne Dela Rosa</i>

<strong>LE GERMAIN HOTEL CHARLEVOIX</strong><br />
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<b>Where:</b> Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec<br />
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<b>What:</b> A sprawling escape in the picturesque Charlevoix region, which combines rustic-chic ambience with contemporary style.<br />
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<b>Capacity:</b> Up to 500<br />
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<b>Why We Love It:</b> Built on acres of farmland backing on to the St. Lawrence River, Le Germain Charlevoix offers a breathtaking country escape for you and your guests. Roughly an hour's drive from Quebec City, the property is an outdoor paradise that looks gorgeous in all seasons, with autumn and winter being particularly magical times. From small, intimate affairs to a buzzy parties of up to 500 hosted in the Salle Multi (pictured), Le Germain Charlevoix offers an option for every size of celebration and the property's in-house events and catering team will make sure your party is the best one of your life.<br />
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<b>Website:</b> <a href="http://www.legermainhotels.com/en/" target="_blank">legermainhhotels.com</a><br />
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<i>Text by Alison McGill</i><br />
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<strong>THE OMNI KING EDWARD HOTEL</strong><br />
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<b>Where:</b> Toronto, Ontario<br />
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<b>What:</b> A luxury hotel in the heart of the city, which has just completed a $40-million renovation to bring the historic property back to its legendary grandeur.<br />
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<b>Capacity:</b><b></b> Up to 280<br />
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<b>Why We Love It:</b> The Omni King Edward Hotel was built in 1903 and has a storied history in the city as the chosen place for royals and glitterati to shack up throughout the years. From the dining areas to the guest rooms and event spaces, the revamped property now boasts old world charm alongside modern amenities. There are three ballroom spaces to chose from for wedding celebrations and the larger two, Vanity Fair (pictured) and Sovereign, feature incredible Edwardian architecture.<br />
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<b>Website:</b> <a href="http://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/toronto-king-edward" target="_blank">omnihotels.com</a><br />
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<i>Text by Alison McGill</i><br />
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<strong>CLAYOQUOT WILDERNESS RESORT</strong><br />
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<strong>Where: </strong>Tofino, British Columbia<br />
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<strong>What:</strong> A five-star rain forest hideaway outside of Tofino. <br />
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<strong>Capacity: </strong>Up to 50<br />
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<strong>Why We Love It: </strong>This wilderness resort is as close to rustic elegance as you’ll ever get. Part of the adventure is getting there, whether it’s via a 45-minute flight over Vancouver Island or a 30-minute scenic boat transfer from Tofino through the amazing Clayoquot Sound–-guests are in for a treat. This Relais & Chateaux property boasts 20 luxurious guest tents, some of which can accommodate a family of five. Add to that the gourmet cuisine, top notch amenities and a range of outdoor activities, which are included in the nightly rate, and you have the perfect location for an intimate Canadian destination wedding. <br />
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<strong>Website:</strong><a href="http://www.wildretreat.com/" target="_blank"> wildretreat.com</a><br />
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<i>Photography courtesy of <a href="https://www.relaischateaux.com/" target="_blank">Relais & Chateaux</a>. Text by Roseanne Dela Rosa</i>.<br />

<strong>DOCTOR'S HOUSE</strong><br />
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<b>Where:</b> Green’s Harbour, Newfoundland<br />
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<b>What:</b> An oceanfront estate with an ultra-romantic love story behind it.<br />
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<b>Capacity:</b> Seated – up to 170, standing – up to 360<br />
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<b>Why We Love It:</b> This venue has been steeped in romance since the beginning: an Irish doctor first envisioned the estate as a relaxing haven for his cherished wife, and he worked to perfect it over a stretch of 50 years. Spanning over 100 acres, the property is a haven indeed, featuring stunning gardens, meandering trails and a stately, Tudor-style mansion for guests.<br />
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<b>Website:</b> <a href="http://doctorshousenewfoundland.com/ ">doctorshousenewfoundland.com</a> <br />
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<i>Text by Aziza Ibrahim.</i>

<strong>MALIGNE LAKE CHALET</strong><br />
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<b>Where:</b> Maligne, Alberta<br />
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<b>What:</b> An historic collection of log structures overlooking the rugged beauty of Maligne Lake.<br />
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<b>Capacity:</b> Up to 80<br />
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<b>Why We Love It:</b> Recently declared a National Historic Site by the Historic Sites and Monuments Board, the rustic log buildings at Maligne Lake Chalet were first built in 1927 by the Canadian National Railway and Fred Brewster, a Jasper guide and outfitter. The structures have since been restored, but they still embody the wild and natural charm of the area.<br />
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<b>Website:</b> <a href="http://www.malignelake.com/">malignelake.com</a> <br />
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<i>Text by Mackenzie Patterson.</i>

<strong>LANGDON HALL COUNTRY HOUSE HOTEL & SPA</strong><br />
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<b>Where:</b> Cambridge, Ontario<br />
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<b>What:</b> A stunning and historic country house hotel built on 76 lush acres located just an hour from Toronto. <br />
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<b>Capacity:</b> Up to 120<br />
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<b>Why We Love It:</b> This historic Relais & Chateaux property is making a repeat appearance on our Loveliest Venue list, and with good reason. Not only is this Victorian property gorgeous and world-class, boasting incredible service, food and accommodations, but it offers a number of different event spaces (both indoor and outdoor) that can accommodate a range of wedding sizes. For 2016, Langdon Hall has unveiled the Firshade Wing, which houses a large, open and airy event space complete with soaring 14-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that look on to the property’s serene lower garden area.<br />
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<b>Website:</b> <a href="http://www.langdonhall.ca" target="_blank">langdonhall.ca</a><br />
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<i>Text by Alison McGill.</i><br />
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<strong>RITZ-CARLTON MONTREAL</strong><br />
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<b>Where:</b> Montreal, Quebec<br />
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<b>What:</b> The “Grande Dame of Sherbrooke Street” as it was once known is an iconic luxury property brimming with incredible architectural details in its event spaces, guest rooms and restaurant.<br />
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<b>Capacity:</b> Up to 420<br />
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<b>Why We Love It:</b> Over the past century, Montreal's Ritz-Carlton has played host to royals and Hollywood A-listers alike (Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor were married here in 1964). The hotel underwent a $200-million top-to-bottom renovation in 2012, which added modern touches and preserved the existing opulence. One of our favourite restored spaces at The Ritz is the magnificent Oval Ballroom, long renowned as one of most incredible event spaces in the city. The details of the room are glorious and the minute you set foot inside you’ll feel as though you've been transported into a grand European salon.<br />
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<b>Website:</b> <a href="http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Montreal/Default.htm" target="_blank">ritzcarlton.com</a><br />
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<i>Photography courtesy of Michael Greenberg at <a href="http://www.phototerra.com/">Phototerra</a> Text by Alison McGill</i>.